Check oil level, leaks, top up as necessary
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Check oil level, leaks, top up as necessary
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Check the level while the engine is still warm, 2-5 minutes after switching it off.
Top up with oil to the MAX mark on the dipstick. The distance between the MAX and MIN marks corresponds to 1 litre (1,05 qts).
On certain diesel engines a label describing how to check the oil level is affixed to the dipstick.
Oil type:
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Lubricants
Warning
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Make sure the filler cap is screwed on properly after topping up with oil. Oil on the exhaust manifold can cause fires.
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Fluid level, automatic transmission
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Warning
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Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed.
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Apply the handbrake. Start the engine and run it at idling speed. Select D and wait at least 15 seconds. Then select R and wait another 15 seconds. Repeat in position P.
Check the fluid level (engine running at idling speed and selector lever in P). Top up as necessary.
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Important
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The dipstick has two sets of level marks. The amount of fluid between the maximum and minimum marks is about 0,4 litres (0,4 qts).
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Oil type:
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Lubricants
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Fluid level, power steering
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Check the level and top up as necessary. If the fluid level is low, investigate the cause.
Oil type:
See
Lubricants
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Warning
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Fluid spilled on hot parts could cause a fire.
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